Newspaper Clippings
Newspaper Clippings

This new project is dedicated to Susan Stice. She has newspaper clippings that she has transcribed and sent to Past2Future. Some are marriage notices, death notices ect. If you have newspaper clippings of genealogical value please consider emailing them to me and I will post them for everyone's benefit. Please place names in all capital letters and proof read your entry as I usually cut and paste it from the email to this web site. Thanks, Toni

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The following were submitted by Susan Stice
ALLEN-AKIN; EPHLAND-DAVENPORT; John ERVIN; Matilda HAMBRIGHT; HOCKER-OSBURN; Joe Calvin LACEY; Tommy Murle LACY; Dana LEWIS; Liberty School; McGILL-TRIBBY; MEADOR-LYON; Hattie MILLS; Fred MYERS; OLSON-SPANGLER; PHILLEY-MUSICK; Young Ladies Sunday School Class

"Liberty School" Closed
"Liberty School" southeast of Freeman, closed Friday of last week, after a successful term of eight months. This school has been taught for the past two years by Miss Hattie MILLS of Freeman, who has given entire satisfaction to both patrons and pupils. On the closing day the patrons of the district gathered at the schoolhouse and provided a splendid basket dinner. In the afternoon they were treated to an interesting and instructive program, arranged by the teacher and rendered by the pupils.

The Young Ladies' Sunday School Class held an all-day meeting at the church last Wednesday. The time was spent in working on a quilt, the proceeds of which will be sued to paint the church building. At the noon hour a picnic lunch was enjoyed. The following visitors were present: Mrs. Cora DUTRO, Mrs. P.S. RYLE, Mrs. Sadia EPHLAND, Mrs. Mary MILLS, Alma HAMMONDS, Dorothy KNIBB and Bertha STEVENS.

Miss Hattie MILLS, who teaches school in Freeman, visited home folks over Sunday. Monday the roads were so blockaded by snow drifts that they were impassable by vehicles, either drawn by horse power or motor, so Miss Hattie, accompanied by her brother, David, walked to Freeman Monday morning and was ready for her school duties Tuesday. So the old adage "Where there is a will there is a way" and Hattie MILLS has the way, even though it is a walk of five miles through snow and ice. We admire people of that calibre.

BABY UNDER WATER THREE MINUTES IN ICY CISTERN; SAVED
HARRISONVILLE, Mo, March 17 - Joe Calvin LACEY, 17-months-old son of Mr. and Mrs. George W. LACEY, was saved from death in a cistern at the home of his parents near here yesterday. The baby fell into the cistern a few minutes after Mrs. LACEY had left the well uncovered while she was cleaning the yard.
Ed STEVENS and Water S. PRETTYMAN, passing in a wagon, heard the cries of the mother. STEVENS hurried to the cistern, lowered himself with a rope and brought the baby out, alive but in serious danger from exposure. The cistern contained icy water.
Dr. J.V. SCOTT applied restorative measures promptly and soon the baby was conscious again. It is believed the child was under water from three to four minutes.

ALLEN-AKIN
Charles Givan ALLEN and Miss Lora AKIN were married at the home of the brides' mother, Mrs. R.O. AKIN, Saturday morning at 8 o'clock by Rev. W.A. SIMMONS, pastor of the Baptist Church. In less than an hour after the ceremony, they departed in Mr. ALLEN's automobile for a motor car wedding tour.
The marriage took place unostentatiously in accordance with the ideas of both the groom and bride. It was accompanied by no announcements, not even an informal announcement of the date they expect to return to this city. The groom's father jovially remarked this afternoon that he would look for them when he saw them.
Both of the young people are essentially products of Harrisonville. They were both born here and have lived here all of their lives. When they return, they expect to make their home with the groom's parents. The groom is the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. ALLEN, and a grandson of the late Judge Noah M. GIVAN. The bride is the fourth and youngest daughter of Mrs. R. O. AKIN. This marriage is the culmination of a boyhood and girlhood love affair dating back to the time when the only indications of their affection were bashful and guarded glances of admiration at each other.
All that their Harrisonville friends have heard of the tour comes through a short interview that a Kansas City Times reporter managed to get with the groom at the Kapper Hotel in Kansas City on Monday, in which Mr. ALLEN expressed the sentiment that they were on a honeymoon something after the fashion of the one taken by his grandfather and bride, only instead of using horseback, they were using the more up-to-date method of a motor car.

The EPHLAND-DAVENPORT Wedding
J. Gilbert EPHLAND, a son of J.M. EPHLAND, living in the Lone Tree community, and Miss Sadie DAVENPORT, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John T. DAVENPORT, living in the Grand River community, south of Harrisonville, were united in marriage at the local Baptist parsonage, 506 West Wall Street, by the Rev. E.W. CHEWNING, on Thursday afternoon, January 29, 1925, at 2 o'clock.
These are fine young people and will make their home temporarily with the groom's father, after which they will reside on a farm near Ottawa, Kans. Their many friends are extending congratulations, in which the DEMOCRAT heartily joins.

HOCKER-OSBURN Marriage
Willie D. HOCKER, a prominently-known young farmer of the Everett neighborhood in Cass county, and Miss Daisy May OSBURN, one of the charming young daughters of Mr. and Mrs. U.L. OSBURN, who live on the C.E. (Ed.) STEPLEN farm, several miles southwest of Harrisonville, were married in this city Wednesday afternoon, November 2, 1922, the ceremony being performed by the Rev. Edward L. ARMSTRONG, pastor of the Harrisonville Christian Church at his residence South Independence Street. Mr. and Mrs. Willie HOCKER will make their home on a farm in the Everett community, for which place they left immediately after their marriage. The DEMOCRAT is joined by innumerable other friends in extending heartiest congratulations and very best wishes.

MEADOR-LYON Wedding
Mr. Oliver A. MEADOR of Pittsburg, Kans., and Miss Parthenia LYON of Freeman, MO were married in the former city on Sunday, May 27, 1917. The groom is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. MEADOR of West Line, and until recently was employed as station agent for The Kansas City Southern Railway Company at that point, but was advanced to a better position and sent to Pittsburg.
The bride is the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John G. LYON, living south of Freeman. She is an accomplished young lady, of noble character, and for the past three years had been the successful teacher of the Jonesville rural school in the West Line community.
On account of rushing business connected with his present position, it was impossible for Mr. MEADOR to get away, so it became necessary for the bride to meet him in Pittsburg. She left West Line last Sunday morning, and the following evening her mother received the following cunning telegram: "Arrived at 2 p.m.; married at 4 p.m.; housekeeping at 6 p.m.".
May they grow nearer and dearer to each other as the days, the months and the years go by. "In the strifes of hope and fearing, In the realms of love and joy; Be their pathway strewn with roses, May God bless our girl and boy" -A FRIEND

A HOME WEDDING Marriage of F.W. OLSON and Miss Mabel SPANGLER
The marriage of Mr. Fred W. OLSON and Miss Mary Belle SPANGLER occurred at 5:30 o'clock Wednesday evening at the beautiful home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. L.A. SPANGLER, four miles north of Clinton, "Willow Brook" farm.
Many relatives and a few intimate friends witnessed the ceremony which was performed by Rev. BEWLEY of the M.E. church South. There were no attendants. The bridal couple entered as Miss Myrtle HARNESS played the Wedding March from Wagner's Lohengrin. The bride, always charming, never looked more lovely than on this occasion. She was attired in white poin du esprite over which silk and carried a bouquet of Niphetos roses whose long stems were fastened with white ribbon.
Entering the sitting room, they took their places under a canopy of white chrysanthemums and other flowers and green foliage. The ring ceremony was used very impressively and during it, Miss HARNESS softly played Lange's ever beautiful "Flower Song".
Then a wedding supper was served from a beautifully decorated table in the spacious dining room. Mr. and Mrs. SPANGLER have ever been noted for their hospitality; but on this occasion they excelled their previous entertainments and the repast was sumptuous indeed.
It may be noted that the wedding day was the marriage anniversary of the bride's parents, which rendered the occasion one of more than usual significance to them, for they relinquished their daughter and tender memories of their own marriage and many happy years together.
Many valuable presents were received by Mr. and Mrs. OLSON. After the ceremony they drove to Lewis Station, there taking the train for St. Louis. By this means they evaded the depot reception prepared for them by many Clinton friends. They will return to Clinton shortly and be at home at 310 North Main street.
The best wishes of the DEMOCRAT, and all of their Clinton friends, are extended to Mr. and Mrs. OLSON. The groom is a young man of sterling business qualifications. As Manager and Secretary of the Coon Creek Coal Co. he has the implicit confidence of the stockholders as well as the general public. The bride is a graduate of our public schools, as popular as she is lovely; and her husband is indeed to be heartily congratulated.

(No caption. PHILLEY-MUSICK Wedding)
Mr. Leonard PHILLEY, living on Route 1 out of Archie, and Miss Lella May MUSICK, who lived three miles west of Freeman, were married Sunday, May 7, 1915, at high noon. Mr. PHILLEY is one of our ideal citizens. He lives in the "Amarugia" neighborhood, formerly living in the Valley, but for the past two years he has farmed the Jasper B. HOBBS farm. Miss MUSICK was an accomplished school teacher, having taught the "Hobbs School" last winter. Judging from the load of furniture we saw Mr. PHILLEY hauling from the county seat last Saturday, he has the home nicely furnished and ready for the bride, who is a splendid cook and housekeeper. The groom started his married life in the approved manner, by handing us a "simoleon" and joining our "Army of 5,000 Subscribers". He was in Mrs. Dora BARNARD's territry (note: actual spelling), so we handed the subscription on to her. It was paid in good U.S.A. money, not the rotten Villa kind, for which she is seeking. The couple's many friends in the Valley, and the DEMOCRAT'S "Army of 5,000 Subscribers", wish Mr. and Mrs. PHILLEY much joy and a long and happy life. May angels attend them, and angels defend them, and may their chief troubles be "little ones".

(There was no caption above this article. McGILL-TRIBBY Wedding)
On Saturday, May 15, Leslie McGILL, youngest son of Mrs. Mary McGILL and Miss Lulu TRIBBY, the third daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mark TRIBBY, motored to Olathe, Kans., where they were quietly united in marriage. The groom is a young man of the highest moral character and a member of one of the best families in this community. The bride is one of the most lovely Christian young women and with those beautiful graces of the character that have endeared her to the citizenship of our community. They will go to housekeeping on a farm near their former homes. We joint their many friends in extending congratulations. On Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Mark TRIBBY entertained with a wedding dinner. Those present were the immediate families, Mr. and Mrs. Charley LOUIS and family and Mr. and Mrs. Joe TRIBBY and family of near Freeman, and Mr. and Mrs. Frank JOHNSON and family of near Peculiar and Jesse and Miss Jennie TRIBBY of the home address. A very pleasant day was spent.

DANA LEWIS 1911-1926
Dana LEWIS, daughter of Charles and Elizabeth LEWIS, living three miles east of Freeman, was born May 7, 1911, and died Friday, July 16, 1926, at 3:45 o'clock p.m. at the age of 15 years, 2 months, and 5 days. Dana was a very lovable and attractive young girl, who won the confidence and affection of all who knew her. She was of a most cheerful disposition and carried an atmosphere of friendliness and good humor wherever she went.
She was graduated from the eighth grade in the Freeman public school last year, and was beloved by her schoolmates and teacher. She made a public profession of her Christian faith during the union protracted meetings held in the summer of 1923, when the Rev. E.L. ARMSTRONG and his wife conducted the services. She was baptized by Brother ARMSTRONG, July 11, 1923, and received as a member in the Freeman Christian Church. She was a loyal and devoted member of the church and a regular and faithful member of the Sunday School.
Dana leaves to mourn their loss, her rather, mother, sister, Eula (Mrs. Henry BECK), brother Damon, many relatives and a host of friends. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon at the Christian Church, being conducted by the Rev. Arthur D. JOHNSTON, and interment was made in the Freeman Cemetery. The sympathy of this community is extended to the sorrowing parents, sister and brother.

A TRIBUTE TO THE MEMORY OF DANA LEWIS
God giveth and taketh away. Fifteen years ago God gave unto Mr. and Mrs. Charles LEWIS two darling babies. These little twins, Dana and Damon, grew and made this home happy. Day by day by their kind ways and loving deeds they made friends innumerable. Then came their happy school days. They were loved by their schooolmates and adored by all their teachers. They were kind, industrious, intelligent pupils, who left traces of a very bright future in the months of all their teachers. Dana was a frail little girl. Ever mindful of this, the stalwart Damon guarded and watched her. About a week ago, Dana became very ill. Thursday it was deemed necessary to operate on the frail child for appendicitis, but all to no avail. The good Father wanted her back in his Heavenly Home, and on Friday He gently took her back into his arms. We know she has gone to that bright Home, for if ever a dear little Christian girl lived, it was Dana.
Our hearts are sorely tried and only the deepest and tenderest sympathy can be extended to the heart-broken parents, the devoted twin-brother, and the loving sister, Mrs. Henry BECK, and husband. We know that Dana is happy in Heaven, for such she always was here on earth. The writer of these lines knew her well and loved her deeply from the time of her childhood. Words cannot express our grief or our sympathy. But this we know, our dear Heavenly Father was looking to her welfare or else he would not have called her Home. God knoweth and doeth all things best.

Jesus has taken a beautiful bud Out of our garden of love, Borne it away to the City of God, Home of the Angels above. Full blooming flowers alone will not do, Some must be young and ungrown, So the frail buds He is gathering, too, Beautiful gems for his throne. Fathers and mothers weep not or be sad Still on the Savior rely; You shall behold them again and be glad Beautiful flowers on high. Blooming in beauty in Heaven they are, Blooming for you and for me; Follow the Lord, though the city be far, 'Till our bright blossoms you see. --One Who Loved Her

Appendicitis Fatal Journal-Post Carrier, 16, Dies in Hospital (has photo)
Fred MYERS, 15 years old, son of Mr. and Mrs. C.E. MYERS, 526 East Twenty-fifth street, a carrier for the Journal-Post, died Monday night at Menorah hospital.
Fred was admitted to the hospital two weeks ago with appendicitis. The appendix burst before it could be removed and it was necessary to give him two blood transfusions.
Several fellow students at Westport high school offered their blood, among them Steven WOLFGETHER, also a Journal-Post carrier. Friday Fred was placed in the oxygen tent. Although delirious, he constantly thought of the newspaper route and wondered if Steve were looking after it properly.

MYERS-Frederick Milton, age 15 years passed away July 9. Survivors, parents Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. MYERS, 526 East 25th Street. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from Bylar (note: this could be Eylar, ink is smudged.) funeral home. Burial in Mt. Washington cemetery.

JOHN ERVIN, STAR OF LEGION LEAGUE, DIES
One of the most colorful players of the American Legion baseball league last summer will be missing at his station when the curtain rises again this spring.
John ERVIN, star first baseman of the Heart of America club, died Tuesday afternoon at the Independence sanitarium, the result of injures he received in a motor car accident last Saturday.
In his play on the baseball field, ERVIN displayed the highest type of sportsmanship, which is the aim of all American Legion baseball managers. During the Legion season, he batted over .340 and his skillful play around first base gave him a rank which brought him the honor of being named on the Legion All-Star team.
He lives at 1810 South Willow venue, and was graduated from Northeast high school last June where he had been active in all sports and was a member of the school band.

LIGHTNING BOLT KILLS MISSOUR FARM GIRL
HARRISONVILLE, MO, June 25-Miss Matilda HAMBRIGHT, 19 years old, daughter of J.E. HAMBRIGHT, a farmer near here, was killed by lightning shortly before noon Tuesday at the farm of Glenn RISSLE, nine miles south of Holden where she was employed. Miss HAMBRIGHT had just stepped from the house to the rear yard when the lightning struck.

TOMMY MURLE LACY
Tommy Murle LACY was born January 7, 1909. He lived 17 years, 6 months, and 22 days and passed away July 29, 1926. He was the son of the late George LACY and Mrs. Myrtle LACY who have been citizens of Cass county for a number of years.
Tommy LACY, the invalid child of Mrs. Myrtle LACY closed his eyes and fell asleep in Jesus on Thursday, July 29, at 2:20 o'clock a.m. "Little Tommy" as he was familiarly and lovingly called, had only recently been operated for appendicitis and his suffering was intense, but never once was he heard to complain. Tommy has been afflicted from birth and his patience and quiet unassuming manner won for him a place of great love in the hearts of those who knew him. For the past two years, he had been in school at Marshall, Mo., where it was hope he would be benefited in health, but this was not to be. The good God called him back to his eternal rest. Sometimes we wonder what our calling in life is and why all the strange things happen. Knowing this dear child personally and loving him deeply, the above thoughts are answered with great satisfaction.
Tommy was loved by all his schoolmates. They were ever mindful of the fact that he was not strong and robust as they. He was always given a preference in their play. They did not forget to divide anything they had with him. Many of these lads were so effected that their lives will always be touched with tender memories of Tommy and it will make them more considerate of the feelings of others.
He is survived by his mother, three brothers-Glenn, Scott and Joe Calvin-and one sister, Mrs. Gladys DENNIE. He father preceded him in death several years ago. All that loving hands could do was done by his devoted family and friends, but he has fallen asleep and is now safe in the arms of Jesus.
Funeral services were held at the house Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock and were conducted by Hubert AUSTIN with interment in the Freeman Cemetery. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the family in their sorrow.